Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2006 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 161,080 miles on the clock, averaging 5,039 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI PD engine is known for oil pump drive shaft (hexagonal driver).
MOT & Mileage History for DY56 USS
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 161,080 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,039 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DY56 USS |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DY — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About DY56 USS
What car is DY56 USS?
DY56 USS is a silver Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2006.
What is the mileage of DY56 USS?
The last recorded mileage for DY56 USS was 161,080 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DY56 USS passed its MOT?
DY56 USS has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Aug 2018.
Is DY56 USS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DY56 USS is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DY56 USS?
DY56 USS is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.